Research Projects Fiscal Year 2014-2015 (by Subject)

Energy

1) Developing Exhaust Air Energy Recovery Credits for the Florida Energy Code.

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Mechanical

Investigation of the Effectiveness and Failure Rates of Whole-house Mechanical Ventilation Systems in Florida. 

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Roofing

1) Impact of Spray Foam Insulation on Durability of Plywood and OSB Roof Decks.

2) Investigation of corrosion of fasteners for both roofing and screen enclosures.

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Structural

1) Investigation of corrosion of fasteners for both roofing and screen enclosures.

2) Screen enclosures – Characterization of mechanical resistance of connection details and pressure loading in boundary layer wind tunnel including full-scale testing.

3) Structural wood panels – Study catenary loads and develop equations for designer, design for CMU and brick veneers and opening.

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